2014 Beargrease: The Race Is On!

By duluth trading company

As a proud sponsor of the 2014 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon in Duluth, we spent a weekend with the athletes, race officials, dignitaries and amazing volunteers that make this race the premier sled dog event in the lower 48.

We previously shared a glimpse into what it takes to prepare for the 400 mile race thanks to musher and Duluth Women model Amanda, and below you’ll find a gallery that captures the buzz of a race weekend from her perspective. You can follow the race over the next few days via GPS tracking technology, or visit iFan.tv, who is streaming events live at various times throughout the week.

Amanda gets some paperwork out of the way upon arrival at the race.

The athlete’s temporary home in the Snomad trailer.

Team Snomad sits politely, awaiting their serving of Redpaw dogfood.

Sled dogs love nothing more than to run. It’s what they live for.

The team of volunteer veterinarians ensure the health of every athlete – before, during and after the race. The race could not happen without them!

To honor his legacy, John Beargrease is musher #1. Amanda’s name was drawn first, so she will be first out of the chute!

Amanda sporting her race bib and customized Duluth Down Parka.

Handlers prep the dogs for hours prior to the race.

At the starting line, handlers and volunteers help keep the dogs settled as best they can.